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Posted 21 July, 2026

Mechanical Build Technician

LotusWorks
Ballybrit, Galway, Ireland Full Time
Reference: 102_715874_4930018101

As a Mechanical Build Technician working with the LotusWorks team, you will join our client site in the Medical Device sector. This job is based in a cutting-edge facility in Galway.

Your primary role is to contribute to the successful manufacturing and assembly of innovative medical devices. With a focus on precision, quality, and adherence to industry standards, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the safe and effective operation of medical device production equipment.

Responsibilities:

  • Required to take a lead role in the mechanical build or upgrade of equipment. This person needs to show ownership / accountability for builds and upgrades assigned.
  • Provide technical leadership on equipment build related issues.
  • May be required to perform the role of a mentor to new hires / apprentices.
  • Work closely with mechanical design team to ensure that the equipment is built according to client specifications and is properly handed over to commissioning or manufacturing.
  • Must be competent in reading mechanical drawing packages.
  • Must have a knowledge of pneumatics and competent in reading pneumatic schematics.
  • Identify build issues with drawing package and relay information to engineer.
  • As part of the build team, this person is expected to work closely with internal resources to complete equipment related projects.
  • Communicates any concerns about work process regarding environmental impact, health, or safety issues to their Manager / Supervisor.
  • Build Quality into all aspects of work by maintaining compliance to all quality requirements.
  • Actively participate in departmental and plant Continuous Improvement through participation in Value Improvement Projects and Lean Business Process Projects as well as departmental standards etc.
  • In all actions, demonstrates a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality by maintaining compliance with the Quality Policy and all other documented quality processes and procedures.
  • Any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned to you in your role.

Skills Required:

  • Experience of building to mechanical and pneumatic drawings.
  • Good technical capabilities, communication skills, teamwork abilities and initiative.
  • Proven ability to work well as part of a team & on own with minimum supervision.
  • Good communication skills combined with an imaginative and creative approach to problem solving.

Education / Licenses / Certifications:

  • Must have qualifications in the trades of a Toolmaker or Fitter with a minimum experience of 3 years, preferably in machine build.
  • Proof of education, licenses, and certifications will be required where applicable.

Benefits:

  • VHI Healthcare Cover
  • Life Assurance
  • Pension Contribution
  • Training And Educational Assistance
  • Annual GP Check-Up
  • Extra Annual Leave
  • Healthcare Screening
  • Recognition Rewards

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